Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is used to relieve symptoms of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) such as coughing, wheezing and breathlessness. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe.
You can take Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause headache, fast heart rate, trembling, or muscle cramps in some people. These side effects are not often dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness.
Before using Tetrasma 2.5mg Tabletl, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
You can take Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause headache, fast heart rate, trembling, or muscle cramps in some people. These side effects are not often dangerous and should gradually improve as your body gets used to this medicine. There are other, rarer, side effects and you should call your doctor straight away if you get chest pain, a very bad headache, or very bad dizziness.
Before using Tetrasma 2.5mg Tabletl, you should tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, an overactive thyroid gland, a history of heart problems, diabetes, or low levels of potassium in your blood to make sure it is safe. Also, make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Because this medicine can make you feel dizzy or shaky, do not drive, cycle, or use tools or machinery until you feel better. You should not smoke as it causes damage to your lungs and will make your condition worse.
Uses of Tetrasma Tablet
Side effects of Tetrasma Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Tetrasma
- Headache
- Tremors
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Increased heart rate
- Upper abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Urticaria
- Itching
- Sweating
- Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
- Bloating
- Indigestion
How to use Tetrasma Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Tetrasma Tablet works
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet affects you.
- It may cause a rise in blood pressure. Monitor your blood pressure regularly.
- Avoid cigarette smoking as it can affect the level of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet in your body.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Ethanolamine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Short-Acting β2-Agonists (SABA)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Tetrasma with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause difficulty in breathing. Timolol may reduce efficacy of Terbutaline.
Do not use Timolol with Terbutaline if you have asthma or COPD.
Concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your blood pressure, heart rate and potassium levels closely. They may adjust
Concurrent use may cause difficulty in breathing. Propranolol may reduce efficacy of Terbutaline.
Do not use Propranolol with Terbutaline if you have asthma or COPD.
Concurrent use may disturb the heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurrent use may cause difficulty in breathing. Pindolol may reduce efficacy of Terbutaline.
Do not use Pindolol with Terbutaline if you have asthma or COPD.
Patient concerns
FAQs
How does Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet work?
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet works by widening the air passages in your lungs so that air can flow into your lungs more freely. Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet helps to relieve symptoms of asthma like coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath, particularly at night.
How should I take Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet?
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day to reduce the chances of a missed dose.
What if I forget to take a dose of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose on the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
What would happen if I take higher than the recommended dose of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet?
Taking a higher than the recommended dose of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet may cause seizures, chest pain, nervousness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and lack of energy. High doses of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet may also cause fast, irregular or pounding heartbeat, uncontrollable shaking of any part of the body, and difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. In any such case, seek immediate medical attention.
Is it safe to take Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet if I have heart disease?
Yes, Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet is considered safe, but its use depends on the severity of your heart problem. If you experience chest pain or any other symptom of worsening heart disease while taking Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet, seek immediate medical advice.
Being a diabetic, what should I remember while taking Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet?
Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet may cause blood sugar levels to rise. Therefore, your doctor may adjust your dose of insulin or antidiabetic medicines. Keep a regular check on your blood glucose levels and do not miss any dose. Consult your doctor if you experience a sudden rise in blood sugar levels.
I have started using Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet and I am experiencing headaches and shakiness. Is this because of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet and will these go away?
Yes, it could be due to Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Tetrasma 2.5mg Tablet which goes away after some time. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually, headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor.
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